Business Details
7 Years
experience
Luxury Floating Hotel in Edinburgh
Fingal Hotel is a former Northern Lighthouse Board ship transformed into a luxury floating hotel, multi-award-winning restaurant, and unique wedding and events venue. Since our opening in January 2019, we have combined our rich maritime heritage with modern luxury to offer an unparalleled experience on Edinburghs waterfront. Our 22 cabins, including the opulent Skerryvore Suite, reflect the legacy of Scottish lighthouses designed by the Stevenson family, while our interiors blend nautical elegance with contemporary comfort. The Lighthouse Restaurant, awarded 2 AA Rosettes, showcases the finest seasonal produce from local suppliers, creating a culinary journey rooted in Scotlands natural larder. As part of the Royal Yacht Britannia Trust, we are committed to sustainability, holding the Keep Scotland Beautiful Gold Level National Award and Green Key certification.Our venue accommodates exclusive events, weddings, and private dining, offering a unique setting with two grand staircases, a removable skylight, and a raised gallery for entertainment. We pride ourselves on preserving Fingal Hotel Hotels history while delivering exceptional service, from our dazzling WW1-inspired exterior to our bespoke glass lift connecting four decks. Our teams expertise in hospitality ensures every guest experiences the spirit of the sea in a setting that marries old-world elegance with modern luxury. We are proud to be TripAdvisors No.1 UK One of a Kind Hotel and AA Hotel of the Year Scotland, reflecting our dedication to excellence. Join us to discover a destination where maritime history meets contemporary indulgence, just two miles from Edinburghs city centre.
Services
Luxury Cabins
Lighthouse Restaurant
Wedding Venues
Private Dining
Gift Vouchers
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We offer a unique maritime heritage with luxury accommodations inspired by Scottish lighthouses.
- Our Lighthouse Restaurant holds 2 AA Rosettes for culinary excellence using local produce.
- We are TripAdvisors No.1 UK One of a Kind Hotel and AA Hotel of the Year Scotland.
- Our sustainability efforts include Green Key certification and the Keep Scotland Beautiful Gold Award.
- We provide exclusive event spaces with bespoke amenities for weddings and corporate functions.
Associations and certifications
- AA five-star hotel
- 2 AA Rosettes
- Keep Scotland Beautiful Gold Level National Award
- Green Key
What people say
Award-winning
Unique maritime setting
Exquisite dining
Luxurious cabins
Sustainable practices
Services
Luxury Cabins
Our 22 cabins, including Classic, Luxury, and Duplex options, blend maritime heritage with modern comfort. Each cabin is named after a Scottish lighthouse and features bespoke design elements. The Skerryvore Suite offers a private deck and separate sitting room for unparalleled indulgence.
Lighthouse Restaurant
Awarded 2 AA Rosettes, our restaurant serves breakfast, afternoon tea, and dinner using seasonal local produce. The menu celebrates Scotlands culinary traditions in a unique maritime setting. Guests enjoy panoramic views and a shimmering ceiling that reflects Fingal Hotel Hotels nautical legacy.
Wedding Venues
Fingal Hotel offers exclusive wedding spaces, including a ballroom with grand staircases and a removable skylight. Our venue accommodates up to 60 guests for dinner, combining historic charm with modern amenities. The raised gallery provides space for live entertainment and music.
Private Dining
The Bridge private dining room and Lighthouse Restaurant cater to intimate gatherings and corporate events. Our culinary team creates tailored menus using local ingredients, ensuring a memorable experience. The space features a spectacular glass lift and panoramic waterfront views.
Gift Vouchers
Treat someone to a luxury stay or dining experience aboard Fingal Hotel. Our vouchers offer flexible options for overnight stays, afternoon tea, or gourmet meals. Ideal for special occasions, they provide access to Edinburghs most unique maritime destination.
Questions
What dining options are available?
The Lighthouse Restaurant offers breakfast, afternoon tea, dinner, and cocktails using seasonal Scottish produce.
Can I host an event or wedding aboard Fingal Hotel?
Yes, our ballroom accommodates weddings and corporate events for up to 60 guests with bespoke amenities.
Is Fingal Hotel Hotel committed to sustainability?
We hold Green Key certification and the Keep Scotland Beautiful Gold Award for our eco-friendly practices.
Where is Fingal Hotel Hotel located?
We are moored at Alexandra Dock, Leith, Edinburgh, EH6 7DX, two miles from the city centre.
What is Fingal Hotel’s history?
Fingal Hotel is a former Northern Lighthouse Board ship, now a luxury hotel preserving Scotland’s maritime heritage since 2019.
Reviews (5)
Helen Robinson
Jan 04, 2022
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Words can not really express our feelings for Fingal but here we go. From the minute we saw Fingal we were amazed. The staff were superb coming to collect our luggage from the car while we parked in the adjacent car park in torrential rain. Our luggage was taken to our luxury cabin while we checked in at reception. The staff went out of their way… to help us. The lift was in reception but decks could also be reached by stairs. Access was allowed to the Engine room and Captains table. Our cabin was extremely clean and had a Christmas Wreath on the door and Christmas Decoration inside with
Wendy Lloyd
Jan 01, 2022
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Had afternoon tea, absolutely delicious. Lovely surroundings and very helpful pleasant staff. Well worth a visit, highly recommend.
Debbie Haig
Dec 27, 2021
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Just stayed the one night on Boxing Day and had an amazing experience from start to finish, reception couldn’t have been any more helpful, room was stunning, went to the lighthouse bar and restaurant for a few… ciders, welcoming and attentive, back there for dinner and OMG, I had the steak it was beautifully cooked and was huge, even the mushroom tasted amazing, I had the salmon for starter which I was told is smoked in-house, again delicious, i then had a wonderful sleep on the biggest bed I’ve ever seen, breakfast this morning was excellent too, plenty choice, will be back
Zara Phillips Melloy
Dec 13, 2021
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Great afternoon tea such a good delicious selection, well worth every penny. Excellent staff we felt very looked after
Murray MacLeod
Nov 30, 2021
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Fine cuisine and entertaining cocktails (along with brilliant pals), quality refurbishment and very attentive, knowledgeable and chatty staff.
